Verduin Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Verduin Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $450,300 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $450 and the largest $400,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$450,300
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$450
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$72,868
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $22,500 the year before.
100% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $136,484 | 2 | $48,118 |
| 2024 | $22,500 | 2 | $54,853 |
| 2025 | $450,300 | 38 | $72,868 |
How to apply
Verduin Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Verduin Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 17 | $440,800 |
| New York | 3 | $2,400 |
| Maryland | 7 | $2,300 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 4 | $900 |
| Georgia | 1 | $700 |
| Illinois | 2 | $600 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $200 |
| Florida | 1 | $200 |
| Idaho | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UMRC Porter HIlls Foundation | Charitable | $400,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Au Sable Institute | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Au Sable Institute | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $2,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Hospital | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Resonate Global Mission | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Calvin University | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Mel Trotter Ministries | Charitable | $1,300 |
| Resonate Global Mission | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Congregational Church Kitchen | Chritable | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,000 |
| National Foundation Cancer Research | Charitable | $800 |
| Individual | Charitable | $700 |
| Individual | Charitable | $500 |
| Henry Beets Mission SOC | Charitable | $500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $500 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $400 |
| Alzheimers Disease Research | Charitable | $400 |
| Arizona Desert Museum | Charitable | $300 |
| The Bible League | Charitable | $300 |
| Individual | Charitable | $300 |
| National Foundation Cancer Research | Charitable | $200 |
| Individual | Charitable | $200 |
| National Parks Foundation | Charitable | $200 |
| Bethany Christian Services | Charitable | $200 |
| Gems | Charitable | $200 |
| Individual | Charitable | $200 |
| Individual | Charitable | $200 |
| Individual | Charitable | $200 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | Charitable | $200 |
| Individual | Charitable | $100 |
| National Park Foundation | Charitable | $100 |
| National Park Foundation | Charitable | $100 |
| Individual | Charitable | $100 |
| Hospice of Holland | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Calvin Verduin
Questions people ask
Does Verduin Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Verduin Charitable Foundation give?
$450,300 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $450.
Who runs Verduin Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Calvin Verduin (President).
What does Verduin Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and international.